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QCinema is Fort Worth's source for the best in gay and lesbian film. Founded in 1998 by Shawn Moore and Todd Camp, QCinema’s early origins included occasional community screenings and a film discussion group at Texas Christian University before Moore suggested that it be expanded into a full-fledged, four-day festival in July of 1999. It has since evolved to become the presenter of a year-round series of events including monthly film screenings, live programs, and fundraisers and, of course, our annual film festival, now in its 19th year. Q Cinema is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization. Our mission is to provide a voice for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons by presenting films, videos and live programs that not only represent the diversity of our community but educate, enlighten and entertain us all.
What started out as an annual film festival has expanded into year-round events with an inclusive spirit that takes in all facets of the LGBTQ community. The film series, primarily at The Modern Museum of Fort Worth, is known not merely for the films themselves, but also as a gathering place and rallying point for Tarrant County’s gay culture.
Q Cinema has premiered dozens of new films for Texas audiences, presenting the premieres of Trick, But I'm a Cheerleader, G.B.F., Gayby, All Over the Guy, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Notorious C.H.O., Wave Babes, Cowboys and Angels, Adam and Steve, The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green, The Gymnast, Truths & Transformation, Funkytown, Morgan, Crazy Bitches, Kiss Me and Birthday Cake to name a few.

Awards & Prizes

Shawn A. Moore Award, $500
Audience Choice Award, $500
Best of the Fest Award, $500
Best Drama Film
Best Short Film
Best First Film
Best Documentary
Best Comedy
3-5 official selections will receive travel and/or hotel

Rules & Terms

Must include prevalent LGBTQ theme or prevalent LGBTQ character. Must be a Fort Worth, Texas premier. Language must be English or have English subtitles.
Liability: Although every care will be taken with your discs and prints while in our possession, we cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage. Entry into the Festival constitutes agreement with all Festival guidelines and rules, and implies permission to exhibit work during the Festival and to use press kit images and ad copy in Festival advertising. Indemnification and Legal Jargon By submitting your film ("Picture"), you warrant 1) that you have the full right, power, and authority to grant Q Cinema ("Sponsor") the right to exhibit the Picture to the public; 2) that you have all necessary rights in and to the literary and musical material upon which the Picture is based or which are used therein, and any other rights necessary for the Sponsor to exhibit the film to the public; 3) neither the Picture nor any part thereof violates or infringes any trademark, trade name, contract, agreement, copyright, or right of privacy or "moral rights of authors," or any law or regulation or other right whatsoever, or defames any person or other entity. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless QCinema ("Sponsor") from and against any and all liability, loss, cost and expense including, but not limited to, attorney's fees and court costs occasioned by your breach of any of the aforementioned warranties, or for any claim arising out of loss or damage to the work.

6 Reviews

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Khristian Mark Donguines

We may not be able to attend the festival but you made sure that we know what's happening. Thank you for selecting and awarding Iridescene as Best Student Short. :)

Darren Mort

Andy Galloway

This years QCinema was an excellent experience. The festival was well attended and located in a beautiful section of Fort Worth. Throughout the festival, artistic director Kathryn Omarkhail went above and beyond to assist the filmmakers in any possible. The audience was receptive and welcoming. Upon rechecking to make sure I did not over rate any of the categories, I simply could not justify anything less than the five stars I gave. The only reason for the average mark in Networking is due to the fact that I had to leave the festival shortly after my showing. Great people to work with and a great festival.